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Let's Get Fizzical: More Than 50 Bubbly Cocktail Recipes with Prosecco, Champagne, and Other Sparkling Wines
Add some sparkle to your life with 50 of the best cocktails made from Prosecco, Sekt, Cava, Champagne, and other sparkling wines.
This is the book for people who like their drinks bubbly and sparkling. An inspiring mix of classic cocktail recipes such as bellinis and mimosas, alongside exciting variations, Let's Get Fizz-ical offers tips, tricks, presentation ideas, and technical know-how to make your cocktails as sensational for the eye as they are for the palate.
The first section of the book explains the differences between the different wines to help you tell your spumante from your frizzante, or your extra-brut from your demi-sec. Everything you need to know about your favorite drink is here, including insider secrets such as how to make sure your bubbles don't go flat.
Sidebars tell you every sparkling wine suitable for each cocktail, so you know whether you can substitute Cava for Prosecco, or whether sometimes only Champagne will do! Make every drink a celebration and raise a glass to Let's Get Fizz-ical cheers!
This is the book for people who like their drinks bubbly and sparkling. An inspiring mix of classic cocktail recipes such as bellinis and mimosas, alongside exciting variations, Let's Get Fizz-ical offers tips, tricks, presentation ideas, and technical know-how to make your cocktails as sensational for the eye as they are for the palate.
The first section of the book explains the differences between the different wines to help you tell your spumante from your frizzante, or your extra-brut from your demi-sec. Everything you need to know about your favorite drink is here, including insider secrets such as how to make sure your bubbles don't go flat.
Sidebars tell you every sparkling wine suitable for each cocktail, so you know whether you can substitute Cava for Prosecco, or whether sometimes only Champagne will do! Make every drink a celebration and raise a glass to Let's Get Fizz-ical cheers!
144 pages, Hardcover
Published November 6, 2018
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November 28, 2018
I'm a "let's make mimosas" or drink during brunch kinda gal, but the background behind different types of the bubbly was totally unknown to me. I mean sure, I saw them in the grocery store aisle and of course I've drank one, or two, or several, but beyond knowing they tasted different I didn't know anything else. Let's Get Fizzical gives readers the background on where they're made, the flavors you'll taste, what you can use in a pinch, the best glasses to use, and how to prepare the cocktail your taste buds want. For me, I loved the style of the book, it's old Hollywood glamour and very Mad Men. The flavor chart? Greatest thing ever. Trust me when I say you want to make yourself a Rossini, Campari Spritz, or even better sounding, the Pornstar Martini Reinvented. Not only is the book fun, it's both a conversation starter and actually a very well laid out recipe book.
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August 8, 2018
YUM. A book full of sparkling cocktails pulled together by Pippa Guy, senior bartender at the "world's best bar" (American Bar at The Savoy Hotel): the recipes and ingredients sound delicious, and the gorgeous photographs make me want one of each RIGHT NOW. Helpful sections at the front of the book explain what makes wine sparkly; the difference between champagne, prosecco, cava, and sparkling wine; and some of the different ingredients and equipment needed for these drinks. Now, to plan a cocktail party!
*Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC, provided by the author and/or the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
*Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC, provided by the author and/or the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
December 20, 2020
Very aesthetic. Simple recipes but I got a bunch of new ideas.
December 2, 2021
With so many books on cocktails out there, could this one be the first dedicated to sparkling wines? Even if it were one among many (at my local library, this is the only such book in the catalog), it still rises to the top, starting with the delightful punny title. Throughout, this is a gorgeous volume -- from the beautiful cover (matte black with rose gold foil) through the full color pages (bound to lie open relatively flat), lovely drawings and elegant photographs, to the impeccable design and typography. (Note: the design is clearly on the feminine side, perhaps fitting the style of the author.)
Don't know champagne from English sparkling, prosecco from cava? The book begins with a tutorial. Only have one of these, but want to try a cocktail that calls for something else? Check out the Swap Your Sparkle chart. Want to know more about cocktail basics, including the tools and the glasses made for bubbly? You're covered. Never made a puree, flavored syrup, or infusion? The easy instructions will walk you through it.
And then, the drinks. They're broken down into three categories: Bellinis, Mimosas, & Spritzes; Classic Cocktails & Twists (I love the twists!), and Something Special. My bar is not stocked enough to make them all, but I was able to try quite a handful over New Year's weekend, and all were delicious. They range from mostly bubbly with a touch of something else, to those where just a touch of sparkling is added to the top -- something for just about every cocktail drinker.
Don't know champagne from English sparkling, prosecco from cava? The book begins with a tutorial. Only have one of these, but want to try a cocktail that calls for something else? Check out the Swap Your Sparkle chart. Want to know more about cocktail basics, including the tools and the glasses made for bubbly? You're covered. Never made a puree, flavored syrup, or infusion? The easy instructions will walk you through it.
And then, the drinks. They're broken down into three categories: Bellinis, Mimosas, & Spritzes; Classic Cocktails & Twists (I love the twists!), and Something Special. My bar is not stocked enough to make them all, but I was able to try quite a handful over New Year's weekend, and all were delicious. They range from mostly bubbly with a touch of something else, to those where just a touch of sparkling is added to the top -- something for just about every cocktail drinker.
August 8, 2018
I received a copy through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
I was excited to get a chance to read this one, as champagne and of course bubbly cocktails are something I really love.
Overall I found this to be really solid, it breaks down the how it's made, taste, bubbles, pallet flavors you will come across in bubbly in every single form. It throughly covers them all. So I'll feel a little more knowledgeable the next time I visit my local store.
The tools you need, glasses are also all very simply explained.
The cocktail recipes are varied, and nearly each classic recipe has extra fresh and modern takes on it.
These took what I had thought were going to be complicated recipes and very clearly and simply broke them down. Anyone can make these without a hassle. And they're sure to be delicious.
I was excited to get a chance to read this one, as champagne and of course bubbly cocktails are something I really love.
Overall I found this to be really solid, it breaks down the how it's made, taste, bubbles, pallet flavors you will come across in bubbly in every single form. It throughly covers them all. So I'll feel a little more knowledgeable the next time I visit my local store.
The tools you need, glasses are also all very simply explained.
The cocktail recipes are varied, and nearly each classic recipe has extra fresh and modern takes on it.
These took what I had thought were going to be complicated recipes and very clearly and simply broke them down. Anyone can make these without a hassle. And they're sure to be delicious.
August 9, 2018
Let’s Get Fizzical is such a delight to flip through. I love a good educational cocktail book and this one is solid, with full color charts on almost every page about how drinks get bubbly, the types there are and where they’re from, cocktail glasses, flavor matching, purees and syrups, and tons of beautiful recipes. I made the Old Cuban and it was delicious. I’m definitely going to buy a copy for my friend’s kitchen.
October 7, 2018
Let’s Get Fizzical is a striking and entertaining book on the singular topic of: fizz.
Cue champagne, cava, prosecco, sparkling wine, or whatever you use to toast to the most. Though this book is undoubtedly targeted to a twenty-something’s crowd, it’s a reliable compendium for anyone for whom tastes range from convenience store Andre Brut, to the more popular if wallet-draining Cristal and Dom Perignon.
Pippa Guy is a London-based Senior Bartender at the American Bar in the famed Savoy Hotel who, just last year, earned the “senior” ranking – only the second woman in 100 years to do so. “I fell in love with this industry because of my love for people and the social aspect that comes with a cocktail,” Guy says in the forward. “A drink is so much more than a blend of ingredients, it’s a experience of history, learning, creativity and sociability.”
It’s that attitude that compels both the reader and home mixologist into an educational and delicious to this page-turner. This book lies somewhere between Wine Folly’s Master Guide (master guide to all types and terroirs), Peter Liem’s mammoth Champagne: The Essential Guide to the Wines, Producers, and Terroirs of the Iconic Region (master guide to champagne specifically) and Victoria James’ recent Drink Pink: A Celebration of Rosé (whimsical exploration into rosé). It contains history, from how the bubbles are made to proper storing, how long it keeps once the bottle has been opened and why it’s typically served in a flute; as well as a guide on what separates Champagne from Lambusco and Moscato D’Asti from Cava.
As a minimalist and home bartender, my favorite part about this book is how accessible it is. There are plenty of misconceptions about wine and champagne and people who drink mimosas on Sundays, but the fact remains champagne, like rosé, is one of those year-round, goes-with-anything drinks. Good alone, good as a cocktail and always something to bring around in times of celebration. The illustrations show the differences in hue; the differences in glass type; the differences and pros/cons of certain bar tools; additionally, once you get to the recipe section, the illustrations really make the difference between a drink you thought was too much work and one that will blow your mind once you get how it’s made.
Other bonuses, the step-by-step infusion guide to take fizzy drinks and even other spirits (gin, vodka, etc.) to a higher level by infusing with everything from rosemary to citrus peels and dried rose petals; as well as the flavor chart, which shows what types of fruits and other additions make better companions to your chosen spirit.
The recipe section is fantastic – featuring over 50 recipes starting with the classic Bellini to Guy’s own Pearfection and American Bar’s famed American Moonwalk. If I’m going to be critical of a book that celebrates the art of celebration, I would say my recipe for a Mimosa is more a glass of champagne with a drop of orange juice as opposed to the 50/50 split Guy’s recommending. I understand we’re not all that way, so you’ll just have to try them all and make your own conclusions.
[Note: I received an ebook copy of this title from NetGalley in exchange for a fair review.]
Cue champagne, cava, prosecco, sparkling wine, or whatever you use to toast to the most. Though this book is undoubtedly targeted to a twenty-something’s crowd, it’s a reliable compendium for anyone for whom tastes range from convenience store Andre Brut, to the more popular if wallet-draining Cristal and Dom Perignon.
Pippa Guy is a London-based Senior Bartender at the American Bar in the famed Savoy Hotel who, just last year, earned the “senior” ranking – only the second woman in 100 years to do so. “I fell in love with this industry because of my love for people and the social aspect that comes with a cocktail,” Guy says in the forward. “A drink is so much more than a blend of ingredients, it’s a experience of history, learning, creativity and sociability.”
It’s that attitude that compels both the reader and home mixologist into an educational and delicious to this page-turner. This book lies somewhere between Wine Folly’s Master Guide (master guide to all types and terroirs), Peter Liem’s mammoth Champagne: The Essential Guide to the Wines, Producers, and Terroirs of the Iconic Region (master guide to champagne specifically) and Victoria James’ recent Drink Pink: A Celebration of Rosé (whimsical exploration into rosé). It contains history, from how the bubbles are made to proper storing, how long it keeps once the bottle has been opened and why it’s typically served in a flute; as well as a guide on what separates Champagne from Lambusco and Moscato D’Asti from Cava.
As a minimalist and home bartender, my favorite part about this book is how accessible it is. There are plenty of misconceptions about wine and champagne and people who drink mimosas on Sundays, but the fact remains champagne, like rosé, is one of those year-round, goes-with-anything drinks. Good alone, good as a cocktail and always something to bring around in times of celebration. The illustrations show the differences in hue; the differences in glass type; the differences and pros/cons of certain bar tools; additionally, once you get to the recipe section, the illustrations really make the difference between a drink you thought was too much work and one that will blow your mind once you get how it’s made.
Other bonuses, the step-by-step infusion guide to take fizzy drinks and even other spirits (gin, vodka, etc.) to a higher level by infusing with everything from rosemary to citrus peels and dried rose petals; as well as the flavor chart, which shows what types of fruits and other additions make better companions to your chosen spirit.
The recipe section is fantastic – featuring over 50 recipes starting with the classic Bellini to Guy’s own Pearfection and American Bar’s famed American Moonwalk. If I’m going to be critical of a book that celebrates the art of celebration, I would say my recipe for a Mimosa is more a glass of champagne with a drop of orange juice as opposed to the 50/50 split Guy’s recommending. I understand we’re not all that way, so you’ll just have to try them all and make your own conclusions.
[Note: I received an ebook copy of this title from NetGalley in exchange for a fair review.]
January 5, 2020
A fun read if you enjoy sparkling wine and/or mixing and drinking unusual cocktails.
March 31, 2025
I really enjoyed the drink menus what they provided very simple easy and I like they gave you substitutes just in case you don’t drink I feel like the book was worth the money
February 26, 2019
I absolutely love bubbly cocktails. I love them so much that two years ago I did an entire post on my culinary blog about cava cocktails, in which I experimented with about half a dozen different recipes for bubbly cocktails that I had gleaned from various sources. So imagine my delight when I discovered that there was a book dedicated to the topic.
The book included both a “Beginner’s Guide to Bubbly” and a section on cocktail basics before launching into almost a hundred pages of recipes. Despite having read several books on wine, I definitely learned something new about sparkling wine from this book. One of my favorite parts of the introductory matter was a “Swap Your Sparkle” chart that compared seven different types of sparkling wines with respect to their fruitiness, acidity, sweetness, alcohol, and pressure. I usually just use whatever is available in 187mL bottles without thinking much about how the characteristics of the bubbly impact the drink.
I really enjoyed the unique format of the recipes in this book, especially the illustrated recipes, the simple variations, and the gorgeous photographs. The selection of recipes was a good mix of classics - such as Bellini, Kir Royale, French 75 - twists on these classics, new inventions, and twists on the new inventions.
I was tracking this book on NetGalley until its November publication date; however, I was so intrigued by the book that I bought a copy because I thought that it was no longer available on NetGalley. I’m glad that I bought it because now I have a single source of recipes for my next series of experiments with sparkling wine cocktails. And I have a terrific idea for a gift for my sister’s birthday!
I have yet to attempt any recipes from this book; however, I will update this post when I do.
The book included both a “Beginner’s Guide to Bubbly” and a section on cocktail basics before launching into almost a hundred pages of recipes. Despite having read several books on wine, I definitely learned something new about sparkling wine from this book. One of my favorite parts of the introductory matter was a “Swap Your Sparkle” chart that compared seven different types of sparkling wines with respect to their fruitiness, acidity, sweetness, alcohol, and pressure. I usually just use whatever is available in 187mL bottles without thinking much about how the characteristics of the bubbly impact the drink.
I really enjoyed the unique format of the recipes in this book, especially the illustrated recipes, the simple variations, and the gorgeous photographs. The selection of recipes was a good mix of classics - such as Bellini, Kir Royale, French 75 - twists on these classics, new inventions, and twists on the new inventions.
I was tracking this book on NetGalley until its November publication date; however, I was so intrigued by the book that I bought a copy because I thought that it was no longer available on NetGalley. I’m glad that I bought it because now I have a single source of recipes for my next series of experiments with sparkling wine cocktails. And I have a terrific idea for a gift for my sister’s birthday!
I have yet to attempt any recipes from this book; however, I will update this post when I do.
November 17, 2018
Let's Get Fizzical wasn't really the book for me. While I found myself learning a lot about the different types of champagne and fizzy drinks, I didn't really like the writing style as whole. I found the style to be a little over the top and, forgive the pun, too bubbly for me to take very seriously.
Still this book wasn't a complete waste of time. Like I said I did learn a lot about types and how champagne is made. Which I did find to be interesting. And the recipes themselves were alright, I could see myself possibly using some of them in the future. Though honestly a lot of them seemed to be over the top, not to mention expensive to make.
In the end I gave this book 3 stars on Goodreads.
Still this book wasn't a complete waste of time. Like I said I did learn a lot about types and how champagne is made. Which I did find to be interesting. And the recipes themselves were alright, I could see myself possibly using some of them in the future. Though honestly a lot of them seemed to be over the top, not to mention expensive to make.
In the end I gave this book 3 stars on Goodreads.
February 24, 2019
I can't wait to pick up a copy of this. The cocktails are interesting, but what makes this a book to add to my collection is the design. There are beautiful cocktail diagrams that help me better understand the cocktails, which then helps me make my own cocktails! (You definitely don't have to be interested in that for this to be a great book for you, but it is a good option for slightly more advanced home bartenders.) I also really appreciated the educational section at the beginning - I've never understood how I could swap out different sparkling wines and have the cocktail come out. But this book explains it.
September 2, 2018
Wonderfully photographed and engagingly written, Let's Get Fizzical is a fun collection of recipes for sparkling cocktails and coolers. The book contains a helpful amount of information about the winemaking process, and tasting notes for various classes of sparkling wines. These recipes are great for parties or special occasions, but also for any day that can be elevated to a new sparkly level.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for a review e-copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for a review e-copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
January 3, 2019
This was a fun read, especially as I love bubbly and love getting more recipes to read about how to make/use/cook with it. A delightful netgalley read.
August 8, 2018
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing a copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.
This is a very well done book. The design is fun and lively while still remaining classy. It evokes a bit of retro charm. This speaks well to an audience who wants to learn about all things fizzy, Graphically, the diagrams for different drinks help a lot when trying to figure out proportions. Makes the whole thing much more accessible. To non-bartenders who just want to play with fizzy drinks. The writing is well executed and a great addition to the excellent photography. All and all a worth-it book for the at-home bartender who wants a bit of fizzy charm in their bar. I know I do!
This is a very well done book. The design is fun and lively while still remaining classy. It evokes a bit of retro charm. This speaks well to an audience who wants to learn about all things fizzy, Graphically, the diagrams for different drinks help a lot when trying to figure out proportions. Makes the whole thing much more accessible. To non-bartenders who just want to play with fizzy drinks. The writing is well executed and a great addition to the excellent photography. All and all a worth-it book for the at-home bartender who wants a bit of fizzy charm in their bar. I know I do!
August 13, 2018
Love this guide! I’m a fan of sparkling wine, and this shows you such a large variety of ways to make a good drink that much more outstanding. Step by step instructions starting from basic equipment and rules, working up to recipes. All recipes have a diagram or picture, so you know what you’re aiming for yours to look like. Beautiful presentation and on point content.
September 2, 2018
Wonderfully photographed and engagingly written, Let's Get Fizzical is a fun collection of recipes for sparkling cocktails and coolers. The book contains a helpful amount of information about the winemaking process, and tasting notes for various classes of sparkling wines. These recipes are great for parties or special occasions, but also for any day that can be elevated to a new sparkly level.
November 16, 2018
This book is so much fun! Sparkling cocktails always feel festive, so this book full of bubbles is perfect for the holidays. Starting with basic and traditional sparkling cocktail recipes, the author puts her own spin on old favorites like the Bellini, French 75, and Kit Royale, plus brings the bubbles to recipes not typically found with sparkles like Negroni and Margarita. Plus the colors, presentation and layout are fun and light, so I can see going back to this book time and again to make something special.
February 20, 2019
This book was Informative, instructive, and illustrative - this book belongs on every home bar. Absolutely loved it!
March 7, 2019
I love a good cocktail and Let's Get Fizzical: Over 50 Bubbly Cocktail Recipes with Prosecco, Champagne, and Other Sparkling Wines made all my mimosa and fizzy drink dreams come true. This is the perfect brunch cocktail or any type of bridal or baby shower cocktail book.
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